In an inspiring achievement, Colossal Members have reached a remarkable milestone by funding 100 educational projects across K-12 classrooms nationwide through DonorsChoose. This initiative has provided essential supplies and materials to students, many of whom are engaging with art for the very first time.
A significant portion of membership fees supports this cause, allowing Colossal to contribute over $13,000 to enhance learning environments. As a Chicago-based organization, there is a particular focus on assisting local classrooms. Feedback from recent recipients highlights the profound impact of this support:
"These supplies will boost morale and prove to students they are seen and cared about. In a time when it is an act of bravery for them to leave their homes and be in school, the ability to be creative without any limits to materials means more than anything." --Ms. Resnick, Gage Park High School, Chicago
"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 4th-grade classroom! Because of you, every student now has a set of vibrant watercolor paints to bring their learning to life." --Mrs. Wilson, Dawes Elementary School, Chicago
"On behalf of our students, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous contribution to our art classroom. Your support has made a real and lasting impact -- from sketchbooks to erasers to our art drying rack -- every supply you helped provide has become a tool for creativity, self-expression, and learning." --Ms. Pogue, Deneen School of Excellence, Chicago
Explore more about the funded projects on DonorsChoose and consider joining as a Colossal Member to support independent arts publishing.
